Recycle some cardboard packaging with some stamping, heat embossing and metal embellishments for a lovely home décor door hanger. Find directions over on the Rainbow Crafty Kari blog. I love how she totally changes the look of her embellishments … Read More...
No-Sew Tea Towel Pillow Tutorial
Joanne of Craft Passion has this very chic “No-Sew Tea Towel Pillow” tutorial for us. Her sewing machine was out for repair and she came up with this idea. H&M has very pretty tea towels for $3 on sale. Joanne … Read More...
How to make tie dyed wall art
The possibilities for this technique are endless! The idea of using a multi-level hanger as a base for fabric art is just amazing. Pop on over to the link Sarah sent in to the blog Home-ology for the tutorial on … Read More...
500 Creative Ideas for Boy Themed Parties
If you’re looking for unique boy party ideas, Kara’s Party Ideas has you covered! No matter what your son is interested in, you’re sure to find something to please in this amazing roundup of 500 different boy themed parties. (If … Read More...
Handcrafted Beachcomber basket
Lisa Tutman-Oglesby is the talent behind “Celebrate-Creativity” a blog filled with ideas and other goodies. Today Lisa Shares her knock-off “Handcrafted Beachcomber basket” with a complete tutorial. She shows us every step in its creation and I think you will … Read More...
Tutorial: 15-minute maxi dress
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how you can make a maxi dress in just 15 minutes. The secret to making it such a quick project is using a t-shirt for the bodice. No finishing … Read More...
Emma Wright is Britan’s Next Top Knitwear Designer
I’d been on the lookout for this one but somehow missed the official announcement. Back in March I told you about the knitwear design contest being held by LoveKnitting looking for the next great knitwear designer in the UK. Hopefuls … Read More...
Giveaway: Kate Spain Quilt Set + Décor Tips and Ideas
The winner of this giveaway is Surabhi Kacker. Congratulations! We have sent you an email.
Here at CraftGossip, we are lucky to be featuring this brand new Kate Spain Bedding Collection. These three bedding ensembles (pictured above) grew from … Read More...
Flag Fruit Pizza Recipe
Happy Canada Day! I probably should have done something in red and white, but I didn’t realize it was Canada day till after I picked my photo.
Here is a fun dish to bring to the 4th of July celebration. … Read More...
A Great Accent Wall Idea
If you have been searching for a unique idea for the perfect accent wall, we have just the project for you! This great plank wall comes to us today from Shanty 2 Chic and thanks to her creative idea, you … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s Skyline Skirt
Susan from Living With Punks shows how you can make her Skyline Skirt for little girls. The gathered skirt has a stylized city skyline appliqued around the hem. She mixed fabric prints, but you could also use solids for this. … Read More...
Fourth Of July Candle Holder
This simple 4th of July candle centerpiece is made using glass votive glasses you probably already have. Use colored rice to create a layered Flag effect. For the full tutorial on how to color your rice check out the Fourth … Read More...
How to Make a Simple No Sew Pillow
Jamie of “scattered thoughts of a crafty mom” Found this gorgeous table runner at T.J. Max Christmas clearance. She loved the fabric and is and is sharing “How to Make a Simple No Sew Pillow”! Her pillows are so expensive … Read More...
Handprint Canada Flags
Americans have their independence on July 4th with barbecues and fireworks, and Canadians have do something similar on Canada Day which is July 1st
On Canada Day, Canadians celebrate the day the British North America Act created the Canadian federal … Read More...
Tutorial: Cross body zippered purse with a phone pocket
Deanna from Sew McCool shows how to make this cross body zippered purse with a phone pocket. The bag is big enough to hold a good sized wallet, some sunglasses, and other small items. The pockets on the outside will … Read More...
Alice In Wonderland Spool
Connie from Missing Willow Farm altered a spool found at WalMart with an Alice in Wonderland theme. I think it’s really neat, unique and definitely eye catching. It’s got a garden base and a tea party on top.
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8 Things To Make With Antique Windows
Whether you have a few antique windows laying around, or you have been searching long are far from the perfect set, you know that they are not easy to come by. When you do find some, you want to have … Read More...
Love Letter Tutorial by Elyse Major
M is for …
If you like letters-as-décor then this project is for U
By Elyse Major
Single letters and numerals made of unfinished wood or paper mache are available at craft stores. Try your hand at decorating one and … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy appliqued message bibs
Terri from Crooked Whimsy shows how you can add a custom message to a plain baby bib. You’ll start with a purchased bib (or you can make one yourself) and then use fusible webbing to applique a message or design. … Read More...
Technique: Sewing on Stamped Cards
Add a pretty touch to your stamped images by stitching around them. Pierce tiny holes around the edges and use embroidery thread to sew. Find more info over on the Paper Wings Productions blog.
This reminds me of punched … Read More...